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03/07/2014 08:27:15 PM MST

Today

7 a.m. The Royal Gorge Amateur Radio Club meets at Mr. Ed's restaurant for a Dutch treat breakfast. For more information, call Chuck Ward at 275-5709.

8 a.m. 7th & Floral Food Pantry bake sale will be at City Market. Come enjoy an array of homemade goodies made by volunteers. Cookies, pizzas, brownies, sugar free items and more will be offered for donations. Sale will continue until the goodies run out. All proceeds will be used to purchase food for families in Fremont County.

11 a.m. Chamber Legislative Hour will be hosted at the Fremont County Administration building at 615 Macon Ave. in the County Commissioners meeting room. This event will be televised on Channel 19. Bring your important questions to this forum.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

1-3 p.m. Local author Kirk E. Shipley will sign copies of his book, "Dragon" in Hastings at 1811 Fremont Drive.

5 p.m. Penrose Concerned Citizens will meet in the Wells Fargo Bank in Penrose. Please dress warmly and bring a chair. Cookies and hot coffee will be served. Please invite your neighbors, friends and business acquaintances.

5:30 p.m. Fourth annual St. Patrick's Day Ceili will begin with cocktails in the Abbey. Dinner and entertainment will follow. Tickets are $30 per person or $200 for a table of eight. Fundraiser for the Museum of Colorado Prisons. For more information or to RSVP, call 269-3015.

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5:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday Night games and treats at the Florence Senior Community Center. $2 suggested donation.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Sunday

8-11 a.m. Breakfast at the VFW Post No. 4061 at 215 Cottonwood Ave. Adults $6. Children 9-12, $3 and free for children 8 and under. Groups call ahead at 275-9886.

11 a.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

3 p.m. Bingo at the American Legion Post 13 at 201 N. Fourth St. Doors open at 1:30 p.m.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

7 p.m. The Southern Colorado Community Band will perform at the Lou Del Pizzo Performing Arts Center at Cañon City High School, 1313 College Ave. Admission is free, but donations to the Ron Cross Memorial Scholarship Fund will be accepted. The concert is sponsored by Cañon National Bank.

10:15 a.m. Writers Among Us group will meet in the basement at the Cañon City Public Library. Visitors welcome. For more information, call Doni Lacey at 276-0468.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Noon-1 p.m. Al-Anon meeting at the E. Free Church, 3000 E. Main St.

12:30-5 p.m. Monday games and treats at the Florence Community Senior Center at 100 Railroad St. $2 suggested donation.

6 p.m. Cañon City Geology Club will host its business meeting, followed by the 7 p.m. program. Stephanie Carter of the Royal Gorge BLM office will speak on "Solid Minerals - What's the Big Deal?" giving an overview of Fremont County geology and explaining how this environment provides for an array of minerals that is used in daily lives. Several specimens from the CCHS rock collection will also be exhibited. Meeting will be in the First United Methodist Church on the northwest corner of Ninth and Main streets. For more information, call 275-9781.

6 p.m. TOPS CO468 weight-loss support group. Weigh-in starts at 6 p.m., meeting at 7 p.m. at the Free Methodist Church at Fifth Street and Griffin Avenue. For more information, call 275-0858 or 269-3978.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

7 p.m. Bingo at the Florence Eagles at 117 S. Petroleum Ave. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Sales start at 6:30 p.m. with the games beginning at 7 p.m. Food is available. For more information, call 784-3844.

7-8 p.m. Free identity theft and prepaid legal services seminar. For more information and location, call Brenda King at 429-9999.

Tuesday

8 a.m. Cañon City Merchants Association begins with networking, followed by meeting at 8:15 a.m. the second Tuesday in the Marketplace Shops at 732 Main St.

9 a.m. the Cañonland Hikers and Walkers will meet at the Sells Trailhead at the end of Sells off Ninth Street and past the Surgery Center. For more information, call 276-0542 or visit canonlandwalkershikers.org.

9:30 a.m. Board of Fremont County Commissioners meetings are held on the second and fourth Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. at the County Administration building, 615 Macon Ave.These meetings are recorded and aired the same day. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.

9-11:45 a.m. Clothes, shoes, coats and much more, a free community service at 3180 E. Main. For more information, call Nora Sedillo at 372-3163.

10-11 a.m. "Alphabet" will be featured during Story Time in the John C. Fremont Library at 130 Church Ave. Activities include stories, songs, crafts and snacks. For more information, call 784-4649, ext. 2.

Noon Cañon City Noon Lions Club meeting at the Abbey Events Center at 2951 E. U.S. 50.

Noon-1 p.m. Free lunch provided at Mercy Today Ministries at 629 Harrison St. Open to all in need. For more information, call 276-9242.

1-2:30 p.m. 7th Floral Food Pantry distributes food boxes to all in need at 701 Floral Ave. No registration required. Bring an ID and a box if they have one.

1-5 p.m. AARP's Safe Driving Program will be offered at the Golden Age Center at 728 Main St. Seniors with good driving records will receive a discount on their insurance for three years upon completion of the course. Cost of the program is $20. AARP members receive a $5 discount. For reservations, call 275-5177.

1 p.m. National Mah Jongg League games at Florence Senior Center at 100 Railroad in Florence. Beginners and experienced players welcome. For more information, call 784-3272 or 372-7870.

1 p.m. Better Breathers Support Group at St. Thomas More Hospital, Board Room, 1338 Phay Ave. A monthly support group for anyone who suffers from a chronic lung disease. Family members are also welcome.

1-3 p.m. Senior's Open Bowling at the Florence Fremont Bowling Lanes. $1 per game and $1 for shoes.

4-7 p.m. Free Federal and State tax return preparation for taxpayers with incomes up to $52,000. Provided by Volunteers for Income Tax Assistance at Shepherd of the Hills Church, 801 Sheridan Ave. By appointment only — call (719) 214-8949. For more information, visit coloradovita.org.

5:30 p.m. Bingo at the Florence Elks at 131 E. Front St. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Bingo starts at 7 p.m. Snacks are available for purchase. For more information, call 784-3892.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

6:45-8 p.m. Live Long, Live Strong free seminar is a proven anti aging breakthrough. Learn how to become stronger by fighting the oxidative stress in your body which helps allow more than 300 diseases. Call 371-4238 for meeting location.

7 p.m. Cañon City/Florence branch of Serendipity Peak Dulcimer Club meeting for dulcimers at the Cañon Community Baptist Church at 1117 Monroe Ave.

7 p.m. Fremont County Brain Injury Support Group meeting for brain-injured survivors and family members at 119 S. Pikes Peak Ave., Florence. For more information, call 269-8266.

7:30 p.m. Free Texas Hold 'Em Poker will be offered at the VFW Post 2788 at 402 Broadway in Penrose. Join the group for supper at $6 per person at 6:30 p.m. and earn extra poker chips.

Wednesday

9 a.m. Cañonland Walkers and Hikers will meet at the Village Inn to hike Tunnel Drive, followed by our monthly meeting at Mugs at 11 a.m. Newcomers are most welcome! For more information, visit canonlandwalkershikers.org. or call 276-0974.

9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free Federal and State tax return preparation for taxpayers with incomes up to $52,000. Provided by Volunteers for Income Tax Assistance at Shepherd of the Hills Church, 801 Sheridan Ave. For more information, call a volunteer at (719) 214-8949 or visit coloradovita.org.

10 a.m. Arkansas River Habitat Partnership Program Committee meeting will be in the Royal Gorge Field Office.

10:30 a.m. Caregivers Connection will meet the second and fourth Wednesdays of every month at Sangre de Cristo Hospice at 601 Greenwood Ave. For more information, call 275-1261 and ask for Debbie Giem. No registration required.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Noon-1 p.m. Al-Anon meeting at the E. Free Church, 3000 E. Main St.

12:30 p.m. Class of 1961 and spouses will meet at K-Bob's Steakhouse at 3103 E. U.S. 50. For more information, call 240-6451 or 784-4447.

1 p.m. Ladies Auxiliary 4061 will meet on the second Wednesday of the month at 215 Cottonwood Ave.

2:10-3:10 p.m. Teen Group for grades sixth through ninth grades will be in the John C. Fremont Library at 130 Church Ave. Crafts, games, science and fun times along with snacks will be offered. For more information, call Robin at 784-4649, ext. 2.

4:30 p.m. TOPS CO96 weight-loss support group in Florence. Weigh-in starts at 4:30 p.m., meeting starts at 5 p.m. at St. Benedict's Catholic Church, 622 W. Second St. in Florence. For more information, call 784-2131 or 269-3978.

5:30 p.m. Free line dance lessons will be offered every Wednesday at VFW Post 2788 in Penrose.

6 p.m. The Red Canyon Grotto, a local caving group, meets the second Wednesday of the month at 2 Sisters in Florence. All are welcome.

6:30 p.m. ARC (All Recovery In Christ), a 12-Step program, will be at the Evangelical Free Church in the annex building, 3000 East Main St. The program is for anyone struggling with addiction of any kind. For more information, call 719-557-2204 or 276-7278.

6:30-8 p.m. NAMI connection recovery support group meeting in the old board room at St. Thomas More Hospital at 1338 Phay Ave. This is a support group for adults with mental illness. For more information, call 547-5174.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

7 p.m. Dance to the music of the Mountain Blue Band at the GAC, 728 Main St. Dance is open to everyone. Snacks at break time. $2 donation.

Thursday

9:30-11:30 a.m. Colorado Legal Services will have a staff member available for case intake interviews at the Fremont County Administration Building at 615 Macon Ave. Clients will be seen on a walk-in, first-come, first served basis. Those who are aware of clients who may qualify for Colorado Legal Services representation are asked to have the client call the office toll-free at 1-800-395-2465.

11:15 a.m. "White Elephant" Bingo will be at the Penrose Senior Citizen's Club, 405 Broadway. Call for reservations at 372-3872.

Noon CCHS Tiger Pride Booster Club weekly luncheon every Thursday at DiRito's, 231 Main St. Open to everyone interested in CCHS athletics and activities. Meet local high school student athletes/students and coaches and/or sponsors. This week's feature is FCCLA and Wrestling. Cost is $8.50, which includes meal, drink and gratuity. To see upcoming events, or volunteer to help with fundraising activities or to sign up to be a Tiger Booster, visit cchsweb.org/Booster.

1 p.m. Duplicate Bridge Club will meet at the Fellowship Hall of the Christian Family Fellowship Church, 1011 Monroe.

2:30-5 p.m. The Cañon City Chess Club meets every Thursday at Cup and Cone at 331 Royal Gorge Blvd. All levels of play are welcome. Just show up or call 315-2461 for more information.

5:30 p.m. Bingo at the Florence American Legion Post No. 25 at 209 E. Front St. in Florence. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Bingo starts at 7 p.m. For more information, call 784-6125.

5:30 p.m. TOPS C0549 weight-loss support group meeting at Free Methodist Church at Fifth Street and Griffin Avenue. For more information, call 315-2627.

6 p.m. Royal Gorge Tea Party upholding the Constitution and traditional values meeting will be at Mountain View Core Knowledge School at 890 Fields Ave. For more information, call 275-0987.

6 p.m. Book Talk and Signing of "Intermission A Place in time" by Glenda Lee Vollmecke, British native author, will be in the John C. Fremont Library at 130 Church Ave. in Florence. She tells fascinating stories of her youth and her association with the Beatles in her book.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

6:30 p.m. Civil Air Patrol, USAF Auxiliary meeting will be in the Fremont County Airport at 6-298 U.S. 50 in Penrose. For more information, call Bryce Nelson at 269-8040.

6:30-8:30 p.m. DivorceCare recovery seminar and support groupmeets at the Evangelical Free Church, 3000 E. Main St. Child care provided. Features nationally recognized experts on topics, such as anger, loneliness, depression, new relationships, child care and forgiveness. For more information, call 275-6867 or 276-1204.

7 p.m. Royal Gorge Detachment No. 1318 of the Marine Corps League meets on the second Thursday of the month in the Elks Down Under at the Cañon City Elks Lodge No. 610 at 404 Macon Ave. Social hour starts at 6 p.m. in the upstairs lounge. New members are welcome.

7-9 p.m. Victorian Dance Classes will be offered the second and fourth Thursdays at the Fremont Center for the Arts at 505 Macon Ave. First class is free. For more information, call 276-2842.

11 a.m. to 2 p.m. "Broadband Begins Here" event at the Abbey Events Center, 2951 E. U.S. 50. The day's activities will begin with a symposium involving representatives from Charter, CenturyLink, SECOM, Vision Wireless, Cityless Internet Service, LLC and BySky. After the symposium, participants will rotate through workshops on the fundamentals of broadband. The event also will include a mini trade show where broadband providers will showcase their products and capabilities. For reservations, contact the Fremont Economic Development Corporation Office at (719) 275-8601 or armstrong@fedc.co. A complimentary lunch is being provided by event sponsors Charter, SECOM, Cityless Internet Service, LLC and BySky.

6-9 p.m. Turkey Hunting 101 clinics will be offered free by Colorado Parks and Wildlife to novice turkey hunters who wish to learn more about the sport and ways to improve their hunting success in the Cañon City Hunter Safety Building at 51016 U.. 50. No limit to the class size. For more information, contact stevek.lucero@state.co.us

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

7 p.m. Celtic Concert Serendipity Peak Players will perform traditional Irish music — just in time for St. Patrick's Day. Hosted by Florence Arts Council, proceeds will be used for the Bell Tower preservation efforts. Tickets are $4 for general public or $3 for members and may be purchased at Florence Chamber of Commerce or Fox Den. For more information, call 671-3581.

Saturday, March 15

7 a.m. The Royal Gorge Amateur Radio Club meets at Mr. Ed's restaurant for a Dutch treat breakfast. For more information, call Chuck Ward at 275-5709.

7-10 a.m. All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast fundraiser for the Florence High School Accepting Communities in Excellence will be in Chili's at 106 Latigo Lane.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

1-4 p.m. A Rainbow of Magical Taste will be offered as a fundraiser for Habitat for Humanity in the Abbey. Food, entertainment by Encore and Tri Con Brio, as well as auction items and door prizes are on tap for the afternoon. Tickets are $25 per person and may be purchased at the Habitat office, City Market or the Abbey in Cañon City or at Aspen Bakery Cafe in Florence. For more information, call 275-7781.

5:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday Night games and treats at the Florence Senior Community Center. $2 suggested donation.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

7-11 p.m. 2014 Florence Fireman's Ball will be at the Florence Elks Lodge No. 611 at 131 E. Front St. Live music by the Geezers, door prizes and more.

Sunday, March 16

8-11 a.m. Breakfast at the VFW Post No. 4061 at 215 Cottonwood Ave. Adults $6. Children 9-12, $3 and free for children 8 and under. Groups call ahead at 275-9886.

11 a.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

2 p.m. "Steel Magnolias" will be presented by the Westcliffe Players in the Westcliffe Center for the Performing Arts at 119 Main St. in Westcliffe.

12:30-5 p.m. Monday games and treats at the Florence Community Senior Center at 100 Railroad St. $2 suggested donation.

6 p.m. "Wandering in a Muslim Country" will be presented by Roger Ratlcliff and Donna Young, who experienced a seven-week 1,000 mile trek through Turkey. The program will be in the John C. Fremont Library at 130 Church Ave.

6 p.m. TOPS CO468 weight-loss support group. Weigh-in starts at 6 p.m., meeting at 7 p.m. at the Free Methodist Church at Fifth Street and Griffin Avenue. For more information, call 275-0858 or 269-3978.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

7 p.m. Florence City Council will meet in council chambers at 600 W. Third St. in Florence.

7 p.m. Bingo at the Florence Eagles at 117 S. Petroleum Ave. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Sales start at 6:30 p.m. with the games beginning at 7 p.m. Food is available. For more information, call 784-3844.

7-8 p.m. Free identity theft and prepaid legal services seminar. For more information and location, call Brenda King at 429-9999.

Tuesday, March 18

9 a.m. the Cañonland Hikers and Walkers will meet at the Sells Trailhead at the end of Sells off Ninth Street and past the Surgery Center. For more information, call 276-0542 or visit canonlandwalkershikers.org.

9 a.m. The New Neighbors Club meeting will be in the Abbey. Doors open at 9. Lunch $ 13. Program is "Ready Set Grow" featuring Brady's Nursery. Reservations are required by March 13. To RSVP, call Sharon at 671-7120.

9-11:45 a.m. Clothes, shoes, coats and much more, a free community service at 3180 E. Main. For more information, call Nora Sedillo at 372-3163.

10-11 a.m. Butterflies & Bugs will be featured during Story Time in the John C. Fremont Library at 130 Church Ave. Activities include stories, songs, crafts and snacks. For more information, call 784-4649, ext. 2.

11 a.m. Fremont County Stroke Survivors and Caregivers meet at the Seventh Day Adventist Church, 3180 E. Main St. For more information, call 276-1406.

Noon Cañon City Noon Lions Club meeting at the Abbey Events Center at 2951 E. U.S. 50.

Noon-1 p.m. Free lunch provided at Mercy Today Ministries at 629 Harrison St. Open to all in need. For more information, call 276-9242.

1 p.m. National Mah Jongg League games at Florence Senior Center at 100 Railroad in Florence. Beginners and experienced players welcome. For more information, call 784-3272 or 372-7870.

1-3 p.m. Senior's Open Bowling at the Florence Fremont Bowling Lanes. $1 per game and $1 for shoes.

4-7 p.m. Free Federal and State tax return preparation for taxpayers with incomes up to $52,000. Provided by Volunteers for Income Tax Assistance at Shepherd of the Hills Church, 801 Sheridan Ave. By appointment only — call (719) 214-8949. For more information, visit coloradovita.org.

5:30 p.m. Bingo at the Florence Elks at 131 E. Front St. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Bingo starts at 7 p.m. Snacks are available for purchase. For more information, call 784-3892.

5:30 p.m. Kiwanis Club of Royal Gorge meet the first and third Tuesday. Call 560-626 for location.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

6:45-8 p.m. Live Long, Live Strong free seminar is a proven anti aging breakthrough. Learn how to become stronger by fighting the oxidative stress in your body which helps allow more than 300 diseases. Call 371-4238 for meeting location.

7 p.m. Cañon City/Florence branch of Serendipity Peak Dulcimer Club meeting for dulcimers at the Cañon Community Baptist Church at 1117 Monroe Ave

7:30 p.m. Free Texas Hold 'Em Poker will be offered at the VFW Post 2788 at 402 Broadway in Penrose. Join the group for supper at $6 per person at 6:30 p.m. and earn extra poker chips.

Wednesday, March 19

8:15-9:30 a.m. The Royal Gorge Networking Group will meet on the first and third Wednesdays at Mugs Coffee House on 1520 Royal Gorge Blvd. For more information, call Susanne Cornell at 275-7653.

9 a.m. Cañonland Hikers and Walkers will meet at the Village Inn to hike Red Rock Canyon Open Space in Colorado Springs. Newcomers are most welcome! For more information, visit canonlandwalkershikers.org or call 276-0974.

9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free Federal and State tax return preparation for taxpayers with incomes up to $52,000. Provided by Volunteers for Income Tax Assistance at Shepherd of the Hills Church, 801 Sheridan Ave. For more information, call a volunteer at (719) 214-8949 or visit coloradovita.org.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Noon-1 p.m. Al-Anon meeting at the E. Free Church, 3000 E. Main St.

1-5 p.m. AARP Safe Driving Course will be offered in the Florence Senior Center at 100 Railroad. Cost is $15 for members and $20 for non members. For more information, contact Judy Swift at 784-3423.

2:10-3:10 p.m. "Teen Group" will be featured for grades sixth through ninth grades in the John C. Fremont Library at 130 Church Ave. Crafts, games, science and fun times along with snacks will be offered. For more information, call Robin at 784-4649, ext. 2.

3 p.m. Cañon City Alzheimer's Support Group meets at Skyline Ridge Nursing and Rehab Center at 515 Fairview the third Wednesday of the month. For more information, call 275-0665 and ask for Veronica or Kelly.

4:30 p.m. TOPS CO96 weight-loss support group in Florence. Weigh-in starts at 4:30 p.m., meeting starts at 5 p.m. at St. Benedict's Catholic Church, 622 W. Second St. in Florence. For more information, call 784-2131 or 269-3978.

5:30 p.m. Free line dance lessons will be offered every Wednesday at VFW Post 2788 in Penrose.

6:30 p.m. Infant/Child Loss Support Group meets the third Wednesday of each month at the ACCESS Center, 490 N. Diamond. For information, call Katherine Bair 429-5700.

6:30 p.m. ARC (All Recovery In Christ), a 12-Step program, will be at the Evangelical Free Church in the annex building, 3000 East Main St. The program is for anyone struggling with addiction of any kind. For more information, call 719-557-2204 or 276-7278.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

6:30-8 p.m. NAMI connection recovery support group meeting in the old board room at St. Thomas More Hospital at 1338 Phay Ave. This is a support group for adults with mental illness. For more information, call 547-5174.

7 p.m. Cañon City Elks Lodge No. 610 will meet at 404 Macon Ave. All Elks are invited to attend the meeting. For more information, call 275-1880.

7 p.m. Dinner and Bingo at the Penrose Senior Center, 405 Broadway, doors open at 5 p.m. Complete menu at reasonable price being served to everyone, eat in or take home.

Thursday, March 20

7 a.m. Penrose Chamber of Commerce meets the third Thursday for its monthly breakfast will be at 506 Ninth St. Michelle's in Penrose.

8:30 p.m. Golden Age Center will host its Cripple Creek trip from 728 Main St. Participants should be in the back parking lot by 8:15 a.m. for the drive to Cripple Creek. At 4 p.m., t he group will leave Cripple Creek. Cost is $20. The deadline to pay the fees is March 17. To make reservations or for more information, call 275-5177.

9:30-11:30 a.m.

Colorado Legal Services will have a staff member available for case intake interviews at the Fremont County Administration Building at 615 Macon Ave. Clients will be seen on a walk-in, first-come, first served basis. Those who are aware of clients who may qualify for Colorado Legal Services representation are asked to have the client call the office toll-free at 1-800-395-2465.

Noon CCHS Tiger Pride Booster Club weekly luncheon every Thursday at DiRito's, 231 Main St. Open to everyone interested in CCHS athletics and activities. Meet local high school student athletes/students and coaches and/or sponsors. This week's feature is Rifle Team. Cost is $8.50, which includes meal, drink and gratuity. To see upcoming events, or volunteer to help with fundraising activities or to sign up to be a Tiger Booster, visit cchsweb.org/Booster.

1 p.m. Duplicate Bridge Club will meet at the Fellowship Hall of the Christian Family Fellowship Church, 1011 Monroe.

2:30-5 p.m. The Cañon City Chess Club meets every Thursday at Cup and Cone at 331 Royal Gorge Blvd. All levels of play are welcome. Just show up or call 315-2461 for more information.

5:30 p.m. Bingo at the Florence American Legion Post No. 25 at 209 E. Front St. in Florence. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Bingo starts at 7 p.m. For more information, call 784-6125.

5:30-7 p.m. Caregiver Connection Support Group will meet in Sangre de Cristo Hospice at 601 Greenwood Ave.

5:30 p.m. TOPS C0549 weight-loss support group meeting at Free Methodist Church at Fifth Street and Griffin Avenue. For more information, call 315-2627.

6 p.m. "Acupuncture and Meridan Therapy," will be presented by Dr. Valerie Tolen, who will discuss the basics of acupuncture and meridian therapy in the John C. Fremont Library at 130 Church Ave. She will talk about how these practices were addressed in the past and how they are applied today.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

6:30 p.m. Civil Air Patrol, USAF Auxiliary will meet at the Fremont County Airport, 60298 U.S. 50 in Penrose. For more information, call Bryce Nelson at 269-8040.

6:30-8:30 p.m. DivorceCare recovery seminar and support groupmeets at the Evangelical Free Church, 3000 E. Main St. Child care provided. Features nationally recognized experts on topics, such as anger, loneliness, depression, new relationships, child care and forgiveness. For more information, call 275-6867 or 276-1204.

7:30 p.m. Rocky Mountain Wagon Masters meets the third Thursday of each month in Chelsea's Chapel, 307 E Second in Florence. A horse, mule, mini, whatever buggy, cart driving club. All are welcome. For more information, call 372-6380 or 372-3234.

7:30 p.m. Free Texas Hold 'Em Poker will be offered at the VFW Post 2788 at 402 Broadway in Penrose. Join the group for supper at $6 per person at 6:30 p.m. and earn extra poker chips.

Friday, March 21

9-10 a.m. Peace in Motion exercise club meets for relaxing and meditative stretching, balance, Chi Gong and simple dances at Shepherd of the Hills Church, 801 Sheridan Ave. For more information, call 719-320-3753.

7 a.m. The Royal Gorge Amateur Radio Club meets at Mr. Ed's restaurant for a Dutch treat breakfast. For more information, call Chuck Ward at 275-5709.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

5:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday Night games and treats at the Florence Senior Community Center. $2 suggested donation.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Sunday, March 23

8-11 a.m. Breakfast at the VFW Post No. 4061 at 215 Cottonwood Ave. Adults $6. Children 9-12, $3 and free for children 8 and under. Groups call ahead at 275-9886.

11 a.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

11 a.m. Cañon City Free Thinkers will meet the fourth Sunday in the Royal Gorge Brewing Co. at 413 Main St. Everyone is welcome. For more information, call Bill at 289-4395 or by e-mail at bwhitwell66@hotmail.com.

12:30-5 p.m. Monday games and treats at the Florence Community Senior Center at 100 Railroad St. $2 suggested donation.

6 p.m. TOPS CO468 weight-loss support group. Weigh-in starts at 6 p.m., meeting at 7 p.m. at the Free Methodist Church at Fifth Street and Griffin Avenue. For more information, call 275-0858 or 269-3978.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

7 p.m. Bingo at the Florence Eagles at 117 S. Petroleum Ave. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Sales start at 6:30 p.m. with the games beginning at 7 p.m. Food is available. For more information, call 784-3844.

7-8 p.m. Free identity theft and prepaid legal services seminar. For more information and location, call Brenda King at 429-9999.

Tuesday, March 25

9 a.m. the Cañonland Hikers and Walkers will meet at the Sells Trailhead at the end of Sells off Ninth Street and past the Surgery Center. For more information, call 276-0542 or visit canonlandwalkershikers.org.

9-11:45 a.m. Clothes, shoes, coats and much more, a free community service at 3180 E. Main. For more information, call Nora Sedillo at 372-3163.

10-11 a.m. "Spring" will be featured during Story Time in the John C. Fremont Library at 130 Church Ave. Activities include stories, songs, crafts and snacks. For more information, call 784-4649, ext. 2.

Noon Cañon City Noon Lions Club meeting at the Abbey Events Center at 2951 E. U.S. 50.

Noon-1 p.m. Free lunch provided at Mercy Today Ministries at 629 Harrison St. Open to all in need. For more information, call 276-9242.

1-2:30 p.m. 7th Floral Food Pantry distributes food boxes to all in need at 701 Floral Ave. No registration required. Bring an ID and a box if they have one.

1 p.m. National Mah Jongg League games at Florence Senior Center at 100 Railroad in Florence. Beginners and experienced players welcome. For more information, call 784-3272 or 372-7870.

1-3 p.m. Senior's Open Bowling at the Florence Fremont Bowling Lanes. $1 per game and $1 for shoes.

4-7 p.m. Free Federal and State tax return preparation for taxpayers with incomes up to $52,000. Provided by Volunteers for Income Tax Assistance at Shepherd of the Hills Church, 801 Sheridan Ave. By appointment only — call (719) 214-8949. For more information, visit coloradovita.org.

5:30 p.m. Bingo at the Florence Elks at 131 E. Front St. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Bingo starts at 7 p.m. Snacks are available for purchase. For more information, call 784-3892.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

6:45-8 p.m. Live Long, Live Strong free seminar is a proven anti aging breakthrough. Learn how to become stronger by fighting the oxidative stress in your body which helps allow more than 300 diseases. Call 371-4238 for meeting location.

7 p.m. Cañon City/Florence branch of Serendipity Peak Dulcimer Club meeting for dulcimers at the Cañon Community Baptist Church at 1117 Monroe Ave.

7:30 p.m. Free Texas Hold 'Em Poker will be offered at the VFW Post 2788 at 402 Broadway in Penrose. Join the group for supper at $6 per person at 6:30 p.m. and earn extra poker chips.

Wednesday, March 26

9 a.m. Cañonland Walkers and Hikers will meet at the Village Inn to hike Pueblo Lake - South Marina. Newcomers are most welcome. For more information, visit canonlandwalkershikers.org or call 276-0974.

9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free Federal and State tax return preparation for taxpayers with incomes up to $52,000. Provided by Volunteers for Income Tax Assistance at Shepherd of the Hills Church, 801 Sheridan Ave. For more information, call a volunteer at (719) 214-8949 or visit coloradovita.org.

10:30 a.m. Caregivers Connection will meet the second and fourth Wednesdays of every month at Sangre de Cristo Hospice at 601 Greenwood Ave. For more information, call 275-1261 and ask for Debbie Giem. No registration required.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

2:10-3:10 p.m. "Teen Group" will be featured for grades sixth through ninth grades in the John C. Fremont Library at 130 Church Ave. Crafts, games, science and fun times along with snacks will be offered. For more information, call Robin at 784-4649, ext. 2.

4:30 p.m. TOPS CO96 weight-loss support group in Florence. Weigh-in starts at 4:30 p.m., meeting starts at 5 p.m. at St. Benedict's Catholic Church, 622 W. Second St. in Florence. For more information, call 784-2131 or 269-3978.

5:30 p.m. Free line dance lessons will be offered every Wednesday at VFW Post 2788 in Penrose.

6:30 p.m. ARC (All Recovery In Christ), a 12-Step program, will be at the Evangelical Free Church in the annex building, 3000 East Main St. The program is for anyone struggling with addiction of any kind. For more information, call 719-557-2204 or 276-7278.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

6:30-8 p.m. NAMI connection recovery support group meeting in the old board room at St. Thomas More Hospital at 1338 Phay Ave. This is a support group for adults with mental illness. For more information, call 547-5174.

Thursday, March 27

9:30-11:30 a.m. Colorado Legal Services will have a staff member available for case intake interviews at the Fremont County Administration Building at 615 Macon Ave. Clients will be seen on a walk-in, first-come, first served basis. Those who are aware of clients who may qualify for Colorado Legal Services representation are asked to have the client call the office toll-free at 1-800-395-2465.

Noon CCHS Tiger Pride Booster Club weekly luncheon every Thursday at DiRito's, 231 Main St. Open to everyone interested in CCHS athletics and activities. Meet local high school student athletes/students and coaches and/or sponsors. This week's feature is FBLA and Student Council. Cost is $8.50, which includes meal, drink and gratuity. To see upcoming events, or volunteer to help with fundraising activities or to sign up to be a Tiger Booster, visit cchsweb.org/Booster.

1 p.m. Duplicate Bridge Club will meet at the Fellowship Hall of the Christian Family Fellowship Church, 1011 Monroe.

2:30-5 p.m. The Cañon City Chess Club meets at Cup and Cone at 331 Royal Gorge Blvd. All levels of play are welcome. For more information, call 275-1915.

5 p.m. Bingo at the Florence American Legion Post No. 25 at 209 E. Front St. in Florence. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Bingo starts at 7 p.m. For more information, call 784-6125.

5:30 p.m. TOPS C0549 weight-loss support group meeting at Free Methodist Church at Fifth Street and Griffin Avenue. For more information, call 315-2627.

6 p.m. Royal Gorge Tea Party upholding the Constitution and traditional values meeting will be at Mountain View Core Knowledge School at 890 Fields Ave. For more information, call 275-0987.

6:30 p.m. Civil Air Patrol, USAF Auxiliary meeting will meet in the at the Fremont County Airport, 60298 U.S. 50 in Penrose. For more information, call Bryce Nelson at 269-8040.

6:30-8:30 p.m. DivorceCare recovery seminar and support groupmeets at the Evangelical Free Church, 3000 E. Main St. Child care provided. Features nationally recognized experts on topics, such as anger, loneliness, depression, new relationships, child care and forgiveness. For more information, call 275-6867 or 276-1204.

7-9 p.m. Victorian Dance Classes will be offered the second and fourth Thursdays at the Fremont Center for the Arts at 505 Macon Ave. First class is free. For more information, call 276-2842.

7 a.m. The Royal Gorge Amateur Radio Club meets at Mr. Ed's restaurant for a Dutch treat breakfast. For more information, call Chuck Ward at 275-5709.

Noon AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

3-4 p.m. The Wet Mountain Valley Support Group for families with children or adults with special needs and developmental disabilities will be offered in the West Custer County Library Community Room at 209 Main St. in Westcliffe. There will be monthly topics, activities and information about support services available in the area. Children and family members are welcome to attend.

5 p.m. Honor Flight of Southern Colorado fundraiser will be in the Cañon City Elks Lodge No. 610 at 404 Macon Ave. Lounge open at 3 p.m., followed by dinner, auctions and more. Tickets are $35 per ticket. Corporate tables available at $325 for a table of 10. Come for a chance to bid on a one-of-a-kind autographed cast of Denver Broncos running back Knowshon Moreno's hand with a signed base and signed Denver Broncos football. Proceeds will go to World War II veterans for the Honor Flight to Washington D.C. For more information, call Daphne Horne at 719-994-9541.

5:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday Night games and treats at the Florence Senior Community Center. $2 suggested donation.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

Sunday, March 30

8-11 a.m. Breakfast at the VFW Post No. 4061 at 215 Cottonwood Ave. Adults $6. Children 9-12, $3 and free for children 8 and under. Groups call ahead at 275-9886.

12:30-5 p.m. Monday games and treats at the Florence Community Senior Center at 100 Railroad St. $2 suggested donation.

6 p.m. TOPS CO468 weight-loss support group. Weigh-in starts at 6 p.m., meeting at 7 p.m. at the Free Methodist Church at Fifth Street and Griffin Avenue. For more information, call 275-0858 or 269-3978.

6:30 p.m. AA meeting at 715 Elm Ave.

7 p.m. Bingo at the Florence Eagles at 117 S. Petroleum Ave. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Sales start at 6:30 p.m. with the games beginning at 7 p.m. Food is available. For more information, call 784-3844.

7-8 p.m. Free identity theft and prepaid legal services seminar. For more information and location, call Brenda King at 429-9999.

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